10+ years
Bette aka Rabbit
Name: Bette aka Rabbit*Age: Adult*Current Weight: Medium*Adoption fee: $375Meet Rabbit, a 10-year-old Plott Hound mix with a gentle soul and a heart f…
SNARR Northeast Animal Rescue • Brewster, NY
Senior Hound dogs in New York
Senior Hound dogs for adoption in New York
Meet 7 adoptable senior Hound dogs (age 7+) in New York. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Hounds in New York are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Hound in New York means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated October 18, 2026 at 10:01 AM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Available senior Hound dogs in New York
7 senior Hound dogs available in New York.
Senior confirmed
Fallon
Meet Fallon Fallon was adopted as a puppy by a family who adored her. For more than seven years, she lived a life full of love with her mom, dad, and …
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Senior confirmed
Copper
Copper is an 8 yr old boy, good with cats dogs and kids. Sweet and gentle, a little shy at times. Loves to snuggle and sunbathe. Also loves to get fre…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Trey
Meet Trey & Maddie – A Bonded Pair Looking for Forever Love Trey (9 yrs, 52 lbs) and Maddie (7 yrs, 47 lbs) are a sweet, devoted duo who recently foun…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Senior Hound dogs in other states
Other senior dogs in New York by breed
Adopting a senior Hound in New York — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Hound in New York?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in New York, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Hounds in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Hound dogs available in New York?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Hound in New York right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Hound from New York if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in New York arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow a senior Hound in New York who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.